As September arrives and the leaves begin their colorful transformation, there’s a crispness in the air that signals the beginning of autumn. It’s a season for creating memorable moments: taking walks amidst the falling leaves, watching children play joyfully, and infusing everything with the comforting aroma of pumpkin spice. Among the many reasons to adore […]
The first few weeks back to school can be a whirlwind for you and your little ones. From last-minute back-to-school shopping to getting back into a routine for regular sleep schedules, it’s a wild ride! And of course, there’s the challenge of finding something healthy and delicious to feed your hungry scholars after a long […]
Hey there, party people! It’s that time of the year again, where we throw on our red, white, and blue gear and celebrate the land of the free! That’s right, it’s 4th of July- the most patriotic and hottest day of the year! But fear not, we’ve got the secret weapon to help you beat […]
Hello, summer enthusiasts! Can you feel the excitement in the air? It’s that time of the year again – SUMMERTIME! Whether you’re doing the happy dance at the thought of long days at the beach or silently wishing for the mercy of air conditioning, one thing’s for sure: Summer brings its own kind of magic. […]
As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, there is nothing like cozying up indoors with a delicious meal. When it comes to Fall recipes, we’re all about embracing comfort food that warms both your body and your soul, but who says comfort food can’t come with a touch of elegance? Enter- Pretty […]
Let’s talk merchandising; specifically, let’s talk the merchandising crunch that is summer through the new year. Back-to-school, Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc.—before you know it, it’s January first and, sooner than you think, the whole cycle will start once again. Pretty Lady grapes are a go-to snack/ingredient/charcuterie-board-enhancer for just about everyone (well, everyone with taste), so it’s […]
Two things we know about Labor Day: 1) the holiday celebrates American workers and their achievements—and we celebrate, specifically, by not working, and 2) for many of us, the temps are still going to be unspeakably hot. So, when planning the spread for your awesome Labor Day gathering, address both issues and focus on easy […]
It’s time to get ready for grape season. Bountiful fruit salad (red and green and black/mixed varieties, please and thank you), frozen grape “cubes,” and refreshing smoothies await. Can’t you just taste them? It’s what summer is all about. And, of course, Pretty Lady grapes are delicious all on their own—crisp and cool and fresh […]
You know Pretty Lady grapes are delicious, that your shoppers can’t get enough of them. But, do you ever wonder why? As with many superior products, the Pretty Lady story begins with the passion of a single person, followed by the passion of the children who grew up steeped in the family business. The unbelievable […]
I don’t know about you, but over here at Pretty Lady, we’re all about wringing the last droplets of summer fun out of the cozy scarf that is fall. That’s where transitional cocktails come in. September to early October is the perfect timeframe to start adding fall flavors into your refreshing, icy drinks. And if […]
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… but Labor Day will be here before we know it! Whether it’s a picnic with family or a quiet day at home, your Labor Day plans will be all the more sweet if they involve a big bunch of Pretty Ladies. Our succulent grapes are not only delicious to eat, they’re delightful to decorate […]
It may not feel like fall, but fall is, I assure you, bearing down on us like a pumpkin-spice-latte-bedecked freight train. Visions of PB&Js and baby carrots are dancing through our heads as we try to unlock the secret formula that will keep our crafty kiddos from dropping a half-eaten lunch into the wastebasket. Fruit […]
Okay, so maybe there won’t be a Paul Revere-esque horseman riding through the streets heralding the coming of Pretty Lady grape season, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be prepared. Start thinking bountiful fruit salad, frozen “grape-sicles,” and refreshing smoothies now so you’ll be all set to purchase and pop ’em in your mouth when […]
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As Mary Poppins somewhat boldly announces, she’s practically perfect in every way. Well, Pretty Lady grapes are entirely perfect in every way. Don’t believe us? Well, then, you’ve just admitted to never having tried one! We recommend you rectify that travesty toot sweet! (Tout suite if you’re fancy…or simply French.) But, if you’re one of […]
For the full effect, read the following à la Friends’ Chandler Bing: Could this Back-to-School season BE any more bonkers? And, at this point, would it even be that strange if Mr. Chandler Bing himself strolled into your living room and uttered the above statement himself? Isn’t that what 2020 has been all about—completely weird […]
It’s July and do you know what that means? *drumroll please 🥁* The Pretty lady Season has begun! That’s right, the moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. Now you can look forward to finding our delicious Pretty Ladies at your local grocery stores for the rest of the year. From our flagship […]
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Those of us who love grapes (which should be every one of us because they’re so delicious) knows what a perfectly crisp, juicy, and sweet grape tastes like and once you start eating them, it’s sometimes really hard to stop. Picking out the perfect bunch of fresh grapes at our favorite grocery store always brings […]
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It’s almost harvesting season here at Pretty Lady Vineyards and we could not be more excited. As we speak, our little Pretty Ladies are on the vine and just about finished with their flowering stage. Wait…you didn’t know that grapes bloom? Yes, dear friend, much like many other fruits, grapes bloom and little baby grapes […]
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Californians have been cultivating grapes for almost 200 years. That might seem like a long time, especially to those of us who, every so often, might feel like even certain work weeks take forever and a day (😂). But in the grand scheme of things, our state is actually fairly new to the grape-growing business. […]
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